Transparent Fuel Costs & Yacht Itineraries in Sardinia

Excluding fuel is standard practice across the Mediterranean charter industry. It allows guests to control their own budget by choosing their preferred itinerary and cruising style.

This is standard practice across the Mediterranean charter industry — not unique to MareFun. Because fuel consumption varies dramatically based on the route, cruising speed, and sea conditions, separating it from the base price gives you full transparency and control over your budget. A relaxed day in Golfo Aranci bay might cost €24 in fuel, while a trip to Corsica could be €500+. Including an average in the charter price would mean some guests overpay and others underpay.

Fuel costs range from roughly €24 for a short local cruise on the Brig Eagle 10 up to €1,150 for a Corsica round-trip on the VanDutch 55. Most guests on our best-selling Tavolara & Molara route spend €88–€264 depending on the boat.

It depends entirely on the boat and itinerary. For our most popular route — Tavolara & Molara (22 NM) — fuel costs range from €88 on the Brig Eagle 10 to €264 on the VanDutch 55. Use our fuel calculator at the bottom of this page for a personalised estimate based on your chosen boat and route.

The main factors are cruising speed, sea state, wind conditions, boat load, and total distance. High-speed runs consume significantly more fuel than relaxed cruising.

Several factors influence how much fuel you will use: cruising speed (the biggest variable — full throttle can double consumption), sea state and wind (choppy conditions increase drag), passenger and equipment weight, and of course total distance. Our estimates on this page are based on average cruising speed in typical summer conditions, with a real-world variance of roughly ±10%.

The Saxdor 320 GTO is the most fuel-efficient at approximately 75 litres per hour (€150/hr). The Brig Eagle 10 is close behind at 85 L/hr (€170/hr).

The Saxdor 320 GTO leads the fleet in fuel efficiency at roughly 75 litres per hour (≈ €150/hr at average fuel prices). The Brig Eagle 10 is close behind at 85 L/hr (≈ €170/hr). Both are excellent choices if keeping fuel costs down is a priority. At the other end, the VanDutch 55 consumes around 135 L/hr — but offers unmatched luxury for the premium.

Fuel is paid directly at the marina fuel station in Golfo Aranci when the boat refuels — either before departure or upon return. Cash and card are accepted.

Fuel is settled directly at the marina fuel station in Golfo Aranci. Depending on the boat and itinerary, refuelling happens either before departure or upon return. Both cash and card payments are accepted at the pump. Your skipper will handle the refuelling process — you simply settle the bill. The cost is based on actual litres consumed, so you only pay for what you use.

Yes, but it's a long day. The round trip is roughly 96 nautical miles and requires an early start. It works best on faster boats like the Vanquish VQ40 or SACS Strider 15.

Yes — the Corsica / Bonifacio run is our longest itinerary at ~96 nautical miles round trip. It is absolutely doable in a day, but requires an early departure (typically 8:30–9:00 AM) and a willingness to spend more time cruising than swimming. Faster boats like the Vanquish VQ40 or SACS Strider 15 make it more comfortable, leaving you 2–3 hours to explore the stunning limestone cliffs of Bonifacio.

Absolutely. The four routes listed here are our most popular, but your charter day is fully customisable. Your skipper will help plan any route you have in mind.

Of course. The four itineraries on this page are our most requested routes, but every MareFun charter is fully customisable. Want to combine a morning at Tavolara with an afternoon in Porto Cervo? Or spend the whole day exploring hidden coves? Your skipper will work with you to plan the perfect route. Fuel consumption for custom routes can be estimated using our calculator — just pick the closest itinerary for a ballpark figure, or contact us for a tailored quote.

All estimates use an average price of €2.00 per litre. Actual pump prices fluctuate daily and may be slightly higher or lower on your charter day.

We use a benchmark of €2.00 per litre for all fuel cost estimates on this page. Marine diesel and petrol prices in Sardinia fluctuate with global oil markets and seasonal demand. On any given day, the actual pump price may be slightly above or below this average. For the most accurate estimate, check current marina fuel prices close to your charter date or ask our team.